It falls under the jurisdiction of the Central Regional Command and is located in Camp Nachshonim.

In 1982, during the First Lebanon War, the division, which included three armored brigades, remained in command reserve, and entered the eastern front during the Battle of Sultan Yacoub.

[1][2] In 2002, during Operation Defensive Shield, it was responsible for the military occupation of Jenin.

In 2005, the unit was responsible for evacuating the northern Gaza Strip during the disengagement plan.

Also, in 2010, the division was awarded first place in the Ramatkal prize for distinguished reserve units.